JudieGummDesigns

Nature's Jewelry in Sterling, Pewter & Bronze

Fairbanks, Alaska
3,898 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

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Announcement    December 1, 2021

Hi Everyone ~ Shopping Updates: Limited amounts are available on some designs before I close for the holidays on December 15th. To see these items just enter 'Last One' in the search bar.

There are two categories: Last One (C) and Last One (D).
(C) This designation means I will Continue making this design on a limited basis but no more will be available until after January 5, 2022.
(D)This designation means I am Discontinuing this design. Once this piece is gone, it will then be retired. (All amounts have been double checked for accuracy).
FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $75 ~ USPS 1st Class
November 15th - December 15th.
(This does not include International Orders)

BACK IN STOCK, YAY! .... Raven Spirit, Dragonfly, Chickadee, Arctic Hare, Otter and Grizzly Pewter Pins.

Blueberry and Cranberry Earrings are in stock! So if you have been waiting for them, now's the time to grab a pair.

PLEASE NOTE: The shop will be open until December 15th and then it will go on vacation until after the first of the year. We are going to be visiting our family for the holidays! (Yippee).

It's just me now, creating designs and doing the packaging/mailing. Things may be a bit slower, I appreciate your patience.
Please remember to 'Like' me on Facebook for updates.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. You can still leave a message for me on Etsy or judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com. I now have a dedicated business phone #520 812 6687.

Thanks for all your patience and support, it means the world to me.

Happy Holidays ~ Richard and I hope you have a wonderful gathering with friends and family. Be Safe, Be Kind, Drink Wine.

Judie & Richard

Announcement

Last updated on Dec 4, 2021

December 1, 2021

Hi Everyone ~ Shopping Updates: Limited amounts are available on some designs before I close for the holidays on December 15th. To see these items just enter 'Last One' in the search bar.

There are two categories: Last One (C) and Last One (D).
(C) This designation means I will Continue making this design on a limited basis but no more will be available until after January 5, 2022.
(D)This designation means I am Discontinuing this design. Once this piece is gone, it will then be retired. (All amounts have been double checked for accuracy).
FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $75 ~ USPS 1st Class
November 15th - December 15th.
(This does not include International Orders)

BACK IN STOCK, YAY! .... Raven Spirit, Dragonfly, Chickadee, Arctic Hare, Otter and Grizzly Pewter Pins.

Blueberry and Cranberry Earrings are in stock! So if you have been waiting for them, now's the time to grab a pair.

PLEASE NOTE: The shop will be open until December 15th and then it will go on vacation until after the first of the year. We are going to be visiting our family for the holidays! (Yippee).

It's just me now, creating designs and doing the packaging/mailing. Things may be a bit slower, I appreciate your patience.
Please remember to 'Like' me on Facebook for updates.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. You can still leave a message for me on Etsy or judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com. I now have a dedicated business phone #520 812 6687.

Thanks for all your patience and support, it means the world to me.

Happy Holidays ~ Richard and I hope you have a wonderful gathering with friends and family. Be Safe, Be Kind, Drink Wine.

Judie & Richard

Items

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Midnight Hare Neckpiece, Moonstone, Pearl, Red Jade, Ruby, Silver, Gold-Fill, 14K, Silver, Rabbit Jewelry, Pearl Jewelry, Symbolism, Gallery

$395.00

Pogo Man, Little Man Earrings, Silver Jewelry, Whimsical, Human Form, Fun, Playful, Gallery

$95.00

Salmon Migration Earrings, Hoops, Studs, Post, Silver Jewelry, Fish Jewelry, Hoop Earrings, Migration, Salmon, Alaskan, Special Pieces

$65.00

Lovebird Pin, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Anniversary Jewelry, Symbolism, Bird Jewelry, Titanium mesh, Gallery

$195.00

Raven's Song, Niobium Earwires, Sterling Silver Earrings, Bird Jewelry, Covid, Symbolism, Special Design

$55.00

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Celebrate! Earrings, Turquoise, Carnelian, Sterling Silver Jewelrly, Solstice, Human form Jewelry, Celebration, Party

$55.00

Butterfies, Copper, Mariposa Earrings, Hooks, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Butterfly Jewelry, Insect, Swallowtail

$55.00

Sled Dog Tack, Dog Mushing Jewelry, Alaskan Jewelry, Dog Jewelry, Race Dog, Silver Jewelry, Tie Tac, Special Design, Sold Individually

$15.00

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Sky Dancer, Aurora Tack, Northern Lights, Silver Jewelry, Night Sky Jewelry, Celestial, Scatter Pin, Special Design, Sold Individually

$20.00

Hive Mind, Bee Earrings, Amber, Hooks, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Bee Jewelry, Honey Bee, Amber Jewelry, Dangle Earrings, Special Design

$45.00

Moose Tack, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Alaskan Jewelry, Animal Jewelry, Scatter pin, Sculpture, Wild Animal Jewelry, Special Piece

$20.00

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$20.00

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$55.00

Caribou Circle Pin, Sterling, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Christmas Jewelry, Symbolism, Alaskan, Reindeer Jewelry, Titanium mesh, Gallery

$195.00

Musk Ox Bolo, Silver, Musk Ox Spirit, Alaskan Jewelry, Far North, Musk Ox, Sterling Jewelry, Arctic Animals, Gallery

$285.00

Salmon Spirit Pendant, Pearl, Abalone, Pearl Jewelry, Silver Jewelry, Alaskan, Fish Jewelry, Symbolism, Genesis, Life Wheel, Gallery

$120.00

Monet Neckpiece, Grey Baroque Pearls, Carved Rose Agate, Diamond, 14kt Gold & Moonstone, Pearl Jewelry, Flower Jewelry, Gallery

$1,200.00

Summer-Time Neckpiece, Unikite, Coral, Leaf Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Coral Jewelry, Gallery

$150.00

Fireweed Neckpiece, Pearl, Emerald, Pearl Jewelry, Emerald, Carved Stone, Alaskan, Fireweed Jewelry, Flower Jewelry, Gallery

$475.00

Poppy Earrings, Pearl, Desert Snowbird, Southwest Design, Sterling Silver, Pearl Jewelry, Flower Jewelry, Desert flower Jewelry

$55.00

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Hummingbird Potluck Spoon, Ruby, Spoon and Neckpiece, Silver Spoon, Baby Spooon, Hummingbird jewelry, Bird Jewelry, Gallery

$325.00

In Tandem Pendant, Copper, Flying Swan Necklace, Mates for life, Silver, Copper Jewelry, Alaskan, Migration, Symbolism, Last One (D)

$75.00

Only 1 available and it's in 2 people's carts

Salmon Potluck Spoon, Neckpiece, Ethiopian Opal, Fluorite, Amethyst, Quartz, Symbolism, Alaskan Potlatch, Silver Spoon

$400.00

Blueberry Earrings, Lapis, Berry Jewelry, Wild Berry, Blueberry Jewelry, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Blueberries, Lapis Jewelry

$62.00

5 people have this in their cart

Pod Earrings, Desert Pod Necklace, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl Jewelry, Desert Snowbird Jewelry, Hope,Symbolism Pea Pod

$85.00

Only 3 left

Starry Night Hoops, Post, Star Jewelry, Celestial Jewelry, Meteor Jewelry, Silver Hoops, Desert SnowBird, Shooting Star

$75.00

Only 2 left

Celtic Earrings, Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Celtic Jewelry, Celtic Knot Jewelry, Irish Jewelry, Symbolic, Book of Kells

$65.00

Only 2 left

Thistle Pin, Desert Powderpuff, Thistle Necklace, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Desert Snow Bird, SnowBird Jewelry

$75.00

Stg. Chickadee Pin, Garnet, Chickadee Brooch, Bird Jewelry, Branch Necklace, Garnet Jewelry, Silver Bird Jewelry

$80.00

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Olé Earrings, Cactus Saguaro, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Desert Snowbird, Whimical Jewelry, Desert Jewelry, Southwest Designs

$75.00

Roadrunner Pin, Turquoise, Patina, Chaparral, Roadrunner Pin, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Turquoise, Desert Snowbird

$75.00

Roadrunner Pendant, Turquoise, Chaparral, Roadrunner Necklace, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Leather, Desert Snowbird

$120.00

Only 2 left

Chinese Lantern, Carnelian, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Pod Earrings, Hooks

$65.00

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Party Animal, Javelina Pendant, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Desert Snowbird, Desert Snowbird

$95.00

Only 2 available and it's in 1 person's cart

Party Animal, Javelina Earrings, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Desert Snowbird, Desert Snowbird

$75.00

Only 2 left

Olé Pendant, Cactus Saguaro Necklace, Sterling Silver Jewelry, Desert Snowbird, Leather

$95.00

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"Prepping the blueberry & cranberry earrings in my mini studio, Green Valley AZ. Now available on Etsy!"

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About JudieGummDesigns

Sales 3,898
On Etsy since 2009

Judie Gumm Designs

Born and raised in upstate New York, Judie was first introduced to the lost wax process of jewelry making in 1969 in Denver, Colorado where she explored her creativity. In 1972, as the single mother of a five year old daughter, Judie relocated to Alaska. While working as a waitress and creating one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces on the side, she attended the University of Alaska where she received her first formal training in metalwork. In 1974, she was recommended by her UAF professors to teach a class in lost wax jewelry for the artist in residence program at Service Hanshew High School in Anchorage, Alaska.

In the early 1980’s, she created the blueberry and cranberry designs out of homesickness while living in Boston, MA. Upon returning to Alaska, a local shop owner recognized the beauty and marketability of her designs and encouraged her to begin a production business. In 1985, she created 30 pieces for her new production line, hired an employee, and began marketing her work through craft and trade shows. From 1985 - 2020 Judie and her husband/partner Richard continued to grow the business selling retail, wholesale and mail order catalogs. They opened a retail store front in Ester, Alaska in 1994. They have hired numerous employees over the years who have helped create the line which, at its peak, were over 400 designs

In 2019 Judie and Richard decided it was time to start slowing down and for the past two years they have pursed that goal. In October 2021, they sold their shop and home in Ester, AK and moved permanently to their new home in Green Valley AZ.
Judie will continue to design... it's in her blood... and continue to showcase her work on Etsy. Her website is now closed. As always, she will strive to continue to create distinctive, high quality, nature inspired jewelry.

Shop members

  • Judie Gumm

    Owner, Designer

    Born in upstate New York, Judie settled in Alaska in 1972. Largely self taught, she has been designing jewelry for 50 years and works almost exclusively with precious metals in the lost wax technique.

  • Richard Gumm

    Owner, Business Manager

    Richard traveled extensively as a child finally ending up in Fairbanks, Alaska in 1967. He graduated from UAA in 1975 and has a Masters in Education from Harvard. He joined the business full time in 1988 as both owner and business manager.

Production partners

  • Hutch's Casting Company

    Albuquerque, NM

    Hutch's Casting Company is a small casting company specializing in silver and bronze lost wax casting. We have been working with them for the past fifteen years.

  • Kick 'n Cast Casting

    Sedona, AZ

    A thoughtful and thorough caster

  • Quality Jewelry

    Hacienda Heights, CA

    Quality Jewelry constructs these necklaces from titanium mesh imported from Italy. The clasp & mesh are very strong and both are hypoallerginic. The mesh is colored using a permanent anodizing process. We crimp the clasp in our studio to make it more secure.

  • Quality Jewelry

    Hacienda Heights, CA

    Quality Jewelry imports the titanium mesh from Italy. They then color it using a permanent anodizing process. The clasps are stainless steel. Both mesh and clasp are hypoallergenic. We crimp the clasps onto the mesh in our shop to make them more secure. The mesh is a tube which makes it more durable

  • Snell Casting Company

    Grass Valley, CA

    Snell Casting Company is a small casting company specializing in silver. We have been working closely with them for the past 20 years.

  • Toadland

    Albuquerque, NM

    We have been partners with Darren and Jennifer at Toadland for many years. They work exclusively with pewter and are true craftsmen.

Shop policies

Last updated on December 3, 2021
Welcome to Judie Gumm Designs!

I recently celebrated my Jubilee - 50 years of Jewelry Designing. From the beginning of my career I have been inspired by the natural world and have worked hard to capture those images. Much of my design life has been centered in Alaska but several years ago the Southwest began calling and I became a snowbird from December - April. And although I tried not to, the desert spoke to me and I started designing down there as well.

I love using the Lost Wax process to create my designs because it's a naturally sculptural medium, easy to carve and also forgiving when I either make a mistake or change my mind. I am particularly drawn to animal and botanical themes and often incorporate whimsical or romantic symbolism (sometimes obvious, sometimes hidden). I am often looking for that perfect bead or stone which compliments the design in a meaningful way.

Jewelry should be well made, durable, and easily wearable. More than an accessory, jewelry is art, which not only brings the wearer beauty but also tells a story through symbolism. My goal is to create heirloom jewelry, handcrafted for a lifetime of enjoyment at an affordable price.

Warm Regards, Judie Gumm

Accepted payment methods

Paypal Mastercard Visa American Express Discover Apple Pay Klarna Giftcard
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
Contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 30 days of delivery
Request a cancellation within: 2 days of purchase
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Items on sale
Questions about your order?
Please if you have any problems with your order.
Returns and exchange details
If you are not completely pleased with your purchase, please Message or Email judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com and arrange a return. To protect the piece, please ship it back in a padded envelope, include the box, jewelry cards and invoice. Within 14 days we will give you a full refund minus the shipping fees. If the item arrived damaged, please contact us before returning it. We unconditionally guarantee our work to be free from manufacturing defects for one year from date of purchase. If you would like to exchange a purchase, please Message or Email us at judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com Thank You.
Payment
When ordering please pay in full by credit card or PayPal. Your item will be shipped out once payment is received. Alaska does not charge a sales tax but depending upon what state you are sending the package to, that state may charge you tax.
If you decide to cancel your order after sending, please Message us or Email judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com. It usually takes us a couple of days to process an order.
Shipping
All items are shipped out First Class or Priority through the United States Postal Service (USPS). If you require a different service, please Message us or Email us before ordering judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com and we will try our very best to accommodate you. Thank You.
If you are having a item shipped Internationally we still use the USPS. Our tracking # is only good in the USA. Because of Customs, our experience indicates it can take between two to three weeks to reach you.
Additional policies and FAQs
Each jewelry item will be placed in a high quality paper box with a cotton pad. It will be mounted on a Judie Gumm Designs jewelry card which will include the name of the piece and other pertinent information. This will be placed in a zip-lock bag with a strip of anti-tarnish material.
Gallery pieces will be supplied with a pearl folder or other appropriate box. There will be a detailed description, polishing cloth, ziplock bags and anti-tarnish paper.
Our hook earrings all come with rubber ear sleeves. Our post ear-nuts are hypoallergenic titanium. If you lose one earring we will be happy to replace it at half the cost providing we continue to carry that design. Message first or Email with a photo for clarification. judiegummdesigns [!at] gmail.com
All pins come with an "insurance policy" which is a rubber sleeve slipped onto the pin stem once it is attached to the fabric but before the pin catch is closed. This insures the pin will not be lost if the clasp opens.